2013 Hill Gang Hog Hunt

[Bud B.]

ttt

less than three weeks now

[dragonheart]

Getting closer, getting gear list ready!

[dragonheart]

Can you buy the liscence over the counter in Georgia, or do I need to do this online prior to the hunt?

[Bud B.]

Either. You'll need to find a license dealer though if you buy on the way in.

[Killdeer]

Good to see that you are going, Pat. My first hog hunt too.

Killdeer

[tradlongbow]

Originally posted by dragonheart:
Can you buy the liscence over the counter in Georgia, or do I need to do this online prior to the hunt?

Jeff-

ChrisM and Blaino got their license online, I plan on buying mine tomorrow.

This is really cool that after all this time, we're getting the Hill brotherhood together. I hope we can have more Hill style adventures in the future with my Hill brothers.

[Knawbone]

Amen, Tradlongbow  

Dragonheart, I don't have a good printer, so I just bought my license over the phone. All you will need is your ss#, drivers license, and credit/debit card when you call. They will send to your address. # is 1-800-366-2661 9:00-5:00 w-days

[dragonheart]

Mr. Bentley,

Thank You for the info!

[b.glass]

Like Iron Man2 I wish I'd looked at this thread sooner. I have a BBH bow that I made that I think would qualify. Glued up with reflex only but has a little string follow.

I don't think 3 weeks is enough time to get it together!

I'll be following from here on, have fun ya'll!

[canopyboy]

For those of you TGMM folks:  This knife has gone around to many now, and is on its way to my house for the singular purpose of coming on this hog hunt.  While my chances of butchering my own hog may not be guaranteed, I'm sure there will enough pork being cut up that it will get a good workout before I mail it to the next person.

 

[canopyboy]

And Bona, that's 2 more weeks than you need!  Other than time off work, I haven't even started planning yet.

[tradlongbow]

canopyboy-

I didn't know there was a knife sign up. congrats!
I hope it brings you some luck.

[David Mitchell]

Looks like trapper and I will not be making the trip.  He had a scheduling conflict and I just got back from my annual hog hunt in Florida with my son and four other pals.  Got hogs too.  :D  This one was more for the fellowship and face-to-face meetings, but will have to wait until another time, I guess.  Need to take care of a few things here and on the "retirement" job.

[b.glass]

Dave, I need three weeks just to get my husband warmed up to the idea! And it's really, like, 16 days!

It's really cool that you'll be bring Chris' knife along.

[misfire]

It's makin me sick that I am unable to join you folks on this trip. I look forward to reading the stories and seeing some photos.

Everyone please be safe.

I look forward to joining you next year.

[tradlongbow]

If your map questing the route and looking for the nearest town, it's Hawkensville.

This is some helpful info that Hawken1911 posted.

Hill Gang Hog Hunt

Dates: 2/22, 2/23, 2/24 of 2013.

The bow should be of a Hill Style, being straight-limbed, reflexed or string-follow.

Primitive camping (no restrooms) on Ocmulgee WMA on the tract near the check station, unless the river floods. If it does we will camp across the river on Oaky Woods because there is more high ground there. We will not know till the hunt is close, but they are so close together it won't be a problem.

Ocmulgee WMA is 17,370 acres, close by is Oaky Woods WMA 13,240 acres. Ocmulgee check station is located at 32 27.144N 83 28.182 W
Maps of Ocmulgee and Oaky woods are visible here:
http://georgiawildlife.com/maps/hunting/region4

The Ocmulgee River splits the two WMAs in places. Depends on River stage as far as float hunting goes. If you wanted to hunt Oaky woods you could canoe straight across the River to save a 30 mile drive.

Recommend getting licenses on line beforehand WMA license $73.00
3 Day non-resident hunting license $20.00

In February it will be also small game season, so you guys bring your Flu-Flu's. RC said there's lots of squirrels.

I would expect it to be in the 20s at night and highs in the 50s.

It would be mostly spot and stalk for hogs and small game, unless you bring a treestand.

Bring a Thermacell and good walking shoes as well as a pair of rubber boots. Snakes are active anytime of year here on sunny days above 50 degrees or so. Just be careful and watch where you step and you will be fine.

Those GA swamps can get you turned around. It would be a good idea to have a GPS and/or compass.

A map for those in other states who might want to carry a concealed firearm in GA:  http://www.georgiapacking.org/gflr.php

You can get wood from the WMA as long as its already down. Woodstoves are cool. No generators after dark. Camping only in designated areas. No ATVs or driving on walk- in roads for any reason.

You quarter and pack out. This is not a managed hunt. After deer season when small game is in you pretty much have the run of the place.

There is a Lake there that is man made and 88 acres that 10 lb bass are caught and released regularly. Not to mention Bream and cats. So if you get tired of walking....you can fish.


Highway 96 east out of Bonaire. Oaky Woods is on the west side of the river and Oakmulgee is on the east side. HWY 96 runs across the northern end of the WMA's.

Probably the closest town to Ocmulgee is Hawkinsville. There is a nearby Country store for ice, sodas and stuff. It is also a meat processer and sells smoked meat.

In really cold temps I never see pork till after 10:00 then all day is good. I usually sleep in and hunt from 11 till dark on very cold days.

I've not spent a lot of time on Oaky Woods but have seen pigs every time I've been there but once. The locals I know say it has more hogs but is a bit tougher because it has more hills and thick cover. For a slow-hunting, patient hunter this could be good.

For you Topo map folks, I believe Ocmulgee is on the USGS Maps named Westlake GA (product #248204), and Tarversville, GA (248273). Oaky Wood (248165) and (248189)

No hunter orange is required. Deer season is over then.

[tradlongbow]

I just bought my license on-line! Yahoooo!

[Knawbone]

Darren, can someone list the best way to get to Ocmulgee from Hawkinsville ?.That would be very helpful to those of us that don't have the greatest sense of direction.

[Dragonslayer]

Wow sounds like a great place to go , you all should have a blast

[Dragonslayer]

I think you guys should post pictures of the hogs when you get them , and I like the shirt, will everyone get one and a copy of that photo with Howard and his hog?